Prorack K395 Operation and installation manual

FittingKit
K395
GB
Fitting Instructions for Basic Carrier
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Revision No:
1.2

FittingKit
K395
GB
MAX kg
MAX kg
W/P
WHD
W/P
WHD
Chevrolet
Equinox , 5dr SUV 04- 09
75
75
US
Ford
Expedition , 5dr SUV 07-+
75
75
US
Explorer , 5dr SUV 06- 10
75
75
US
Explorer , 5dr SUV 06-+
75
75
EU
Hyundai
Santa Fe , 5dr SUV 06- 09
75
75
ZA
Santa Fe , 5dr SUV 06- 09
75
75
EU
Santa Fe , 5dr SUV 07-+
75
75
US
Santa Fe , 5dr SUV May 06-Nov 09
75
75
NZ
Santa Fe , 5dr SUV May 06-Nov 09
75
75
AU
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K395
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First Time Installation
Remove parts from packaging and check
contents. Contact your Prorack dealer if parts
are missing or damaged.
This kit fits type A, B, C and D.
These instructions show type B crossbar
fitted. They also apply to type A, C and D.
Use keys to remove covers.
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Use hex screwdriver to reverse adjusting
screw 10 turns.
Press adjusting screw and pull crossbar legs
out. Refer to the crossbar instructions for
crossbar adjustment.
Ensure each end of the crossbar is adjusted
equally.
Set bars to length (refer to the crossbar
instructions for crossbar adjustment).
Please check the rear of this manual for
information relating specifically to your
vehicle.
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FittingKit
K395
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Tighten adjusting screw to 5 Nm.
Remove clamp block by pressing backwards.
Remove both pins from each leg (use
spanner located inside left hand cover to
assist).
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Detach foot from leg. Store loose parts in a
safe place.
Select four feet assemblies and match the
left and right assemblies to the left and right
roof rack legs.
Assemble foot from kit into leg by pressing it
down.
Ensure foot interlocks with leg.
Using short capscrew and washer, secure
assembly onto leg (use Hex Screwdriver
supplied with crossbar to assist)
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Apply protective strip as shown.
Trim if required.
Use two M5 x 12 mm self tapping screws to
secure the assembly onto the leg.
Do not over tighten.
Repeat for all legs.
Fitment
Locate and remove rubber seal from inside
edge of roof rail on vehicle.
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Place crossbar on vehicle. Minimum
recommended spacing between the bars is
700mm (unless otherwise stated).
Make sure there is no interference between
what you intend to carry with aerials, sunroof
or tailgate.
Slide clamp through opening in leg.
Ensure the clamp engages correctly on
inside of roof rail.
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Thread the coach bolt through the clamp and
the leg.
Tighten the red plastic knob.
Ensure the red plastic knob is in the position
shown when fully tightened.
Repeat for all legs.
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Check crossbar is securely attached to the
vehicle.
Use keys to fit and lock covers
CAUTION:
Recheck all fasteners immediately after a load is
applied to the crossbars.
Regularly check screws are tight.
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Maintenance
Clean the car roof and surfaces of the
product that will be in contact with the car
roof.
Follow the fitting instructions for fitting the
product to your vehicle. Make sure all steps
are carried out in order.
Set crossbars a minimum distance of 700mm
apart where no other distance is specified in
the fitting instructions. This is especially
important when carrying long loads.
Check unit is securely attached whenever
you refit it to the vehicle. If the unit feels
loose, refer to the fitting instructions and
readjust.
Some sunroofs and radio antennae cannot
be used when the product is fitted.
Do not modify this product.
Refer to the maximum permitted load
capacity specified in the fitting instructions.
Do not exceed the vehicle manufacturers
roof load rating if it is lower than the
maximum load capacity specified in the fitting
instructions.
Loads should not overhang the sides of the
product and be evenly distributed with the
lowest possible centre of gravity.
Long loads should be secured with non-
elastic straps to the front and rear of the
vehicle.
Objects with pointed ends (skis) should be
carried with the pointed ends to the rear of
the vehicle.
Remove all loose or removable objects from
the load prior to loading.
Make sure all loads are securely fastened
with non-elastic straps. Check regularly
during longer journeys.
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A loaded roof rack system can alter the
performance of your vehicle. Be especially
aware of the effects of side winds, changing
of direction, and braking performance. Avoid
rapid acceleration and deceleration. Drive
carefully.
Note that the total height of the vehicle
increases when upright loads are carried.
Products should be locked during transport if
they have locks fitted.
Check and replace worn out or defective
parts.
Keep the product clean and maintained.
Never drive into a car wash with the roof rack
system fitted.
Lubricate locks and adjusting screws at
regular intervals.
Remove the products from the vehicle when
not in use. Make sure all loose parts are
stored safely.
Hubco Automotive Ltd
P. O. Box 11017
Christchurch
NEW ZEALAND
www.whispbar.com
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A
B
C
1
2
3
X
850mm
850mm
19cm
103cm
-
Chevrolet Equinox , 5dr SUV 04- 09 (US)
-
33 7/16ths"
33 7/16ths"
7 1/2"
40 9/16ths"
-
-
784mm
784mm
23cm
155cm
-
Ford Expedition , 5dr SUV 07-+ (US)
-
30 7/8"
30 7/8"
9 1/16ths"
61 "
-
-
748mm
752mm
17cm
136cm
-
Ford Explorer , 5dr SUV 06- 10 (US)
-
29 7/16ths"
29 5/8"
6 11/16ths"
53 9/16ths"
-
-
748mm
752mm
17cm
136cm
-
Ford Explorer , 5dr SUV 06-+ (EU)
-
29 7/16ths"
29 5/8"
6 11/16ths"
53 9/16ths"
-
-
798mm
798mm
-
-
-
Hyundai Santa Fe , 5dr SUV 06- 09 (EU)
-
31 7/16ths"
31 7/16ths"
-
-
-
-
798mm
798mm
-
-
-
Hyundai Santa Fe , 5dr SUV 06- 09 (ZA)
-
31 7/16ths"
31 7/16ths"
-
-
-
-
798mm
798mm
-
-
-
Hyundai Santa Fe , 5dr SUV 07-+ (US)
-
31 7/16ths"
31 7/16ths"
-
-
-
-
798mm
798mm
-
-
-
Hyundai Santa Fe , 5dr SUV May 06-Nov 09 (AU)
-
31 7/16ths"
31 7/16ths"
-
-
-
-
798mm
798mm
-
-
-
Hyundai Santa Fe , 5dr SUV May 06-Nov 09 (NZ)
-
31 7/16ths"
31 7/16ths"
-
-
-
-
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